1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Saab 9000 (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | 850 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
